8 Popular Restaurants in Gatlinburg Open Late

Published May 9, 2022

Hunting for a late dinner or drink while visiting Gatlinburg? Try one of these 8 delicious destinations. We’ve rounded up their late-night closing times for you.

1. LOCO BURRO FRESH MEX CANTINA

Sunday-Thursday, 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 p.m. (rooftop bar until 1 a.m.) 

Come for the authentic Tex-Mex food and stay for the live entertainment and tall, cool drinks. Enjoy the nighttime view of Gatlinburg from the city's only rooftop bar weeknights until 11 or until 1 a.m. on weekends.

2. CALHOUN'S 

Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 p.m. 

Grab a late dinner without rushing! Calhoun's dishes out award-winning ribs and BBQ, plus steaks, chops, burgers, and more, until 11 p.m. weekends, March through December.

3. LANDSHARK BAR AND GRILL

Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 p.m.

LandShark is like a beachside hangout, here in downtown Gatlinburg! The family-friendly menu includes wings, sandwiches, burgers, and entrees like fish tacos, cajun salmon, and Hawaiian sirloin. Wash it all down with a cooling margarita.

4. OLE RED

Sunday-Thursday 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday “late-night” varies

Country superstar Blake Shelton's Ole Red serves up hot country music from up-and-coming bands and singers and established country artists. Eat, drink, dance, and stay until 10 weeknights and "late" on weekends--until whenever the music stops! 

5. CHEROKEE GRILL

Sunday-Thursday 10:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 p.m.

Cherokee Grill specializes in steak, alongside seafood, chops, and chicken. Enjoy their microbrews and wines for a late-night drink in this elegant, upscale mountain lodge. 

6. THE MELTING POT

Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 p.m.

For a meal like no other, come to The Melting Pot, where fondue creates a memorable dinner. Dip into cheese or chocolate fondues for a truly interactive eating experience.

7. RED OAK BISTRO

Thursday-Sunday, 10 p.m. (Closed Monday-Wednesday)

Share small plates inspired by Mediterranean and Eastern European cuisines. Red Oak Bistro features unique wines, beers, and bourbons. The cozy cafe setting is ideal for a romantic dinner for two or dining with friends. 

8. SMOKY MOUNTAIN BREWERY

Open until midnight daily

Kick back with one of the brewery’s own craft beers, snacks, pizzas, and entrees, and enjoy live music, play team trivia games or watch sports. The brewery has one of the latest closings in town!

Go ahead, stay out late–you’re on vacation, so have fun! Stay in a Gatlinburg cabin and you’re close to all the attractions and restaurants. Reserve your vacation cabin today!

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